Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings

In the realm of finger-licking foods, few dishes hold as much appeal as the Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings. This mouthwatering creation is a symphony of flavors that dances on your taste buds, offering a tantalizing fusion of tangy zest and spicy heat, all while maintaining an irresistibly crispy texture.

The foundation of this masterpiece is the tender and succulent chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats, and perfectly seasoned to ensure they emerge from the oven with a satisfyingly crispy exterior. What sets these wings apart from the crowd is the secret ingredient: baking powder. Its magic touch works wonders in achieving that coveted crispiness without the need for deep frying, which makes these wings a healthier choice that doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture.

As you delve into each delectable bite, the lemon zest takes center stage, gracing your palate with a burst of citrusy brightness. The secret here is patience, allowing the lemon zest to dry out in the oven before using it in the seasoning. This simple step elevates the lemon flavor to new heights, infusing every inch of the wings with an irresistible tang that is as refreshing as it is invigorating. It’s a lemony awakening that dances across your taste buds, teasing your senses with its zesty charm.

But it’s not just about lemon. The Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings would be incomplete without the bold embrace of ground black pepper. The seasoning incorporates this pantry staple generously, creating a symphony of flavors that marries the brightness of lemon with the earthy warmth of pepper. Each bite is a balance of these two contrasting yet harmonious elements, creating a culinary experience that is nothing short of enchanting.

To further elevate the taste, minced garlic is introduced to the mix, infusing the sauce with its aromatic essence. The garlic imparts a depth of flavor that lingers on your palate, making each bite a captivating journey of savory complexity. The garlic, combined with the lemony zing and the punch of black pepper, strikes a perfect chord, ensuring that no taste bud is left untouched.

Perhaps the most important step is the final step – the “wet” transformation. A luscious and buttery sauce is created, using unsalted butter as the canvas. To this base, lemon juice is added, complementing the zest and intensifying the citrusy notes. The star of the show, however, is the homemade lemon pepper seasoning, which is incorporated into the sauce, infusing it with its zesty, peppery goodness.

Hot sauce adds a desired level of spiciness, allowing you to customize the heat to your preference. For those seeking a sweet and tangy twist, a touch of honey is introduced to the sauce, rounding out the flavor profile and creating a symphony of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes that tantalize your taste buds.

As the Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings come out of the oven, they are generously coated with this delectable sauce, ensuring that each wing glistens with the perfect balance of zest and spice. The result is a masterpiece of flavors—a dish that is not just a treat for your taste buds but a celebration of culinary ingenuity.

To complete this culinary journey, these wings are presented with flair. Fresh parsley or an extra sprinkle of homemade lemon pepper seasoning serves as a visual and flavor-enhancing garnish, giving the dish a vibrant and inviting appeal.

In every sense, the Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings are a culinary triumph. They unite the crispy, the zesty, the spicy, and the savory into a symphony of taste that lingers long after the last wing has disappeared from your plate. It’s a dish that showcases the magic of homemade flavors and the artistry of fusion cuisine—a culinary adventure that leaves you craving for more.

Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings

5 from 2 votes

Recipe by Kyle Taylor Course: MainsCuisine: New AmericanDifficulty: Medium

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

1

hour 

15

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Total time

2

hours 

Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings, featuring crispy and zesty chicken wings coated in a luscious homemade sauce that harmonizes tangy lemon, bold black pepper, and savory garlic for an irresistibly flavorful bite.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds 2 chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats

• 1 tablespoon 1 baking powder

• 1/4 cup 1/4 lemon pepper seasoning

• 1/2 cup 1/2 unsalted butter

• 1/4 cup 1/4 lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon 1 hot sauce

• 1/4 cup 1/4 honey

• 3 cloves of 3 garlic, minced

• to taste, salt

• for garnish, chopped fresh parsley

• For the Lemon Pepper Seasoning

• 4 tablespoons 4 lemon zest (from ~5 lemons)

• 4 tablespoons 4 ground black pepper

• 2 teaspoons 2 salt

• 1 tablespoon 1 garlic powder

• 1 tablespoon 1 onion powder

Directions

• Dry Lemon Zest:
  Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Spread the lemon zest evenly on a baking sheet and place it in the oven for about 1 hour to dry it out.
• Prepare the Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
  In a small bowl, combine the dried lemon zest, ground black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to create your homemade lemon pepper seasoning. Set it aside.
• Preheat the Oven:
  Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly grease the rack with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
• Coat the Wings with Seasoning:
  In a large mixing bowl, add the chicken wings, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat the wings evenly. Then, generously coat the wings with half of the lemon pepper seasoning, ensuring they are well covered.
• Arrange the Wings on the Wire Rack:
  Place the seasoned wings on the prepared wire rack, ensuring they are evenly spaced and not touching each other. This allows the hot air to circulate and crisp up the wings.
• Bake the Wings:
  Bake the wings in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, until they are crispy and fully cooked.
• Make the Lemon Pepper Sauce:
  While the wings are baking, melt the unsalted butter over low heat in a small saucepan. Stir in the lemon juice, the rest of the homemade lemon pepper seasoning, hot sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce is well combined, heated through, and the garlic is fragrant. Adjust the seasoning and spiciness to your taste.
• Coat the Baked Wings with Sauce:
  Once the wings are crispy and cooked, remove them from the oven. Place them in a large mixing bowl. Toss the baked wings with the lemon pepper sauce until they are evenly coated.
• Serve:
  Enjoy the wings hot. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Recipe Video

@hecooksco

Talk about an explosion of feisty flavors… these Lemon Pepper Wet Buffalo Wings deliver! The key ingredient is, uh, lemons, duh. But, it’s so much more exciting than that. I zested several of the fruit to make my own lemon pepper seasoning. It really takes this recipe to the next level! And then, the crispy baked wings are coated in a luscious, aromatic lemon pepper sauce, for two layers of powerful flavors. Give it a try! What do ya say? INGREDIENTS For the Wings: 2 pounds chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats 1 tablespoon baking powder 1⁄4 cup lemon pepper seasoning 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter 1⁄4 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon hot sauce 1⁄4 cup honey 3 cloves of garlic, minced to taste, salt for garnish, chopped fresh parsley For the Lemon Pepper Seasoning: 4 tablespoons lemon zest (from ~5 lemons) 4 tablespoons ground black pepper 2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder Full recipe at www.hecooks.co #hecooks #homechef #recipe #recipesoftiktok #recipevideo #lemonpepper #lemonpepperwings #lemonpepperwet #buffalowings #chickenwings

♬ original sound – HE COOKS.